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Obituaries
Local obituaries for Garland, Texas.
Jeanetta Marie Hariston
Mar 4, 2026
Jeanetta Marie Hariston was born on December 10, 1971, to James Franklin Smith and Marsha Ann Jordan in Los Angeles, California.
Jeanetta grew up with a spirit that was equal parts generous and fierce. She was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off her back, spend her last dollar to put a smile...
Yolanda Marie Cottrell
Mar 4, 2026
Yolanda Marie Cottrell was born on Tuesday, October 15, 1963, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Shirley Brown and Melvin Cottrell.
Yolanda attended Phyllis Wheatley Elementary Pre-K through sixth grade. She was a majorette for two years. She also attended Andrew J. Bell Junior High School where she was a member of the dance team. She later attended...
Jacqueline Larry
Mar 3, 2026
Please keep the family of Jacqueline Larry in your prayers at this time.
Roseshawanda Evette Mitchell
Mar 1, 2026
Please keep the family of Rosehawanda E. Mitchell in your prayers at this time.
John Albert Hill Watts
Feb 27, 2026
John Watts was born August, 31st, 1948 in Wills Point, Texas to Mrs. Velma Williams and Horace Williams.
He received his education in Wills Point. He joined the United States Army and was in the army reserve for over 25 years.
John was a faithful, longtime member of St. Mark C.M.E. Church where he served...
Malachi J. Palmer
Feb 25, 2026
Malachi" King Kii" Palmer departed this life far too soon, leaving behind an unwavering love, and a legacy of quiet strength that spoke louder than words. His love was loyal and constant. His humor was subtle, but unforgettable. He could make you laugh without trying.
Malachi was protective, steady, and deeply loyal - his presence alone brought...
Darryl A. Willis
Feb 18, 2026
Please keep the family of Darryl A. Willis in your prayers at this time.
Andra Devera Hardy
Feb 18, 2026
Andra Devera Hardy was born on December 4, 1958, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Erma Jean Gross and Arthur Joseph Reid, Jr. Andra was the eldest of three siblings.
Andra attended LaFollette Elementary School, Garden Holmes Elementary/ Intermediate School, and later graduated from Messmer Catholic High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. From a young age, he developed a deep...
Terry P. Holmes
Feb 17, 2026
Terry Paul Holmes was born in McKinney, Texas on June 5, 1957, to the parentage George Washington Holmes, Sr. and Claudine Guest Holmes.
Terry received his formal education in the McKinney Independent School District.
Terry accepted Christ at an early age. He was baptized and united with Mt. Pilgrim Freewill Baptist Church in McKinney, Texas...
Charles Robertson
Feb 17, 2026
Please keep the family of Charles Robertson in your prayers at this time.
Antonio Dunbar Johnson
Feb 13, 2026
Antonio Dunbar-Johnson was born in Muskegon, Michigan on August 24,1990 to Laticia Dunbar-Edmondson (Albert) and Gregory Walker of Muskegon Heights, Michigan. Antonio honorably and lovingly carried the Johnson family name of Tyrie Johnson of Muskegon Heights, Michigan. Antonio attended school in the Muskegon Big Red school district, where he played Little League football, even though his mother was a...
Carleen D. Giles Lewis
Feb 13, 2026
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we announce the passing of Carleen Giles-Lewis, who entered eternal rest on February 13th, 2026. Carleen was a woman whose warmth, kindness, and outgoing spirit touched everyone she encountered. She was well liked, friendly, and genuinely loved connecting with others, leaving lasting impressions through her open heart.
Carleen lived her...
Theresia Smith
Feb 13, 2026
Theresia Smith was born July 14, 1947, in Navasota, Texas to Kassie Bell Jenkins and James Willie Washington. She accepted Christ at a young age.
She went to school at George Washington Carver High School in Navasota, Texas where she played basketball as a teenager. Theresia married Charlie Smith and from that union four children were conceived:...
Linda K. Johnson
Feb 13, 2026
Linda Kay Johnson was born on November 7, 1958, in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of William Earl Goodson and Alice Marie Douglas.
She attended the Garland Independent School District, and worked at Micropac Industries in Garland, Texas. Linda was joined in Holy Matrimony to Anderson Johnson in 1996.
Linda was preceded in death by...
Jennifer L. Burris
Feb 11, 2026
Jennifer Burris, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, caregiver, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. She leaves behind a powerful legacy of love, faith, and devotion to family and community.
Jennifer was the heart of her family and a pillar in her community. For more than three decades, she dedicated her life to...
Calvin L Roland
Feb 10, 2026
Calvin Leon Roland was born August 9, 1978, in Dallas, Texas to the parentage of Patricia Ann Miller and Leon Roland. He was a loving son, devoted brother, treasured nephew and faithful friend whose life was defined by service, generosity, faith in God and the goodness of people.
Calvin discovered his passion for preaching at an early...
Cheryl Steele
Feb 8, 2026
Cheryl Annette Steele was born to the late Mary Lou Burton and the late James Edward Steele on August 08, 1962, in Waldo, Arkansas. Cheryl departed this earthly life on Sunday, February 08, 2026.
Cheryl accepted Christ in her life at an early age at Unity Baptist Church in Lewisville, Arkansas. She rededicated her life to Christ...
Mary Ann Davis
Feb 7, 2026
Mary's Ann Davis went home to be with the Lord, February 7, 2026. She was born May 19, 1947, to Chester and Maria Green in Marks, Mississippi.
Mary had eight (8) siblings: Four Sisters Irene Green (deceased) Lula Handy (Mesquite, TX) Martha Wiley (Batesville, MS) Carolyn King, youngest (Plano, TX)
Four Brothers Chester Green (deceased)...
Kenneth Goree
Feb 6, 2026
Kenneth "Kenny Boy" Goree was the third child born to Willie Lee Goree and Gloria Dawn Whitmore Goree—the third of the original "bunch," as we sometimes think of it now. Six years later Phyllis came along, and seventeen years after Kenneth's birth, Chris arrived. With that spread of years, Kenneth jokingly claimed the title of "middle child," and he...
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